Kaiya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kaiya originates from Japanese, meaning 'ocean' or 'sea'. The name has evolved from ancient to modern Japanese and is associated with nature and beauty. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in Western cultures in the late 20th century. Variants include Kai and Kaya.
The name Kaiya is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Kaiya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kaiya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14707th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12316th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4538th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 883rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 932nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kaiya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kaiya"
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪə/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Kaiya is derived from the Japanese word 'kai', which means 'ocean' or 'sea', and 'ya', which can mean 'to be' or 'a place'.
Meaning
Ocean, sea
Language Evolution
Ancient Japanese, Modern Japanese
Historical Usage
The name Kaiya has been used in Japan for several generations and gained popularity in Western cultures in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kai, Kaya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kaiya is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with nature and beauty, appealing to parents looking for unique names.
Famous People
Kaiya Jones, a contemporary artist, Kaiya L. Smith, a known influencer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kaiya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Kaiya"
"Kaiya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14707th of 24088 | 33 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12316th of 19264 | 26 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4538th of 27321 | 317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 883rd of 35406 | 4,497 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 932nd of 30306 | 3,490 |
Regional Popularity of "Kaiya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kaiya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
93.54% 3447th/3685 |
- |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
71.54% 4519th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.36% 887th/4582 |
20.16% 1041st/5164 |
13.25% 969th/7313 |
9.62% 718th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.95% 954th/3984 |
23.53% 1056th/4487 |
15.89% 1084th/6822 |
11.81% 741st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kaiya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kaiya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.